Column: What's new in COVID-19 research
By Rajee Ganesan | Nov. 16"Here is a quick rundown of what’s new in COVID-19 research and development, and what to keep an eye out for in the upcoming months."
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"Here is a quick rundown of what’s new in COVID-19 research and development, and what to keep an eye out for in the upcoming months."
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"Here is a quick rundown of what’s new in COVID-19 research and development, and what to keep an eye out for in the upcoming months."
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The North Carolina Forest Service is offering a 25 percent discount on tree seedling orders for military personnel throughout November to honor their service.
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"While there is nothing inherently wrong with a desire for green space in our community, the issue of the Greene Tract is not simply about parks and trails, it’s about a historically marginalized community in Rogers-Eubanks being continually silenced — a silence perpetuated by the idea that Chapel Hill is somehow devoid of green space entirely."
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"Infections like STIs are a public health issue, and we need health services to be easily accessible in order for people to actually use them. Campus Health is getting easier to access, but it still needs work."
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"As UNC’s contract with Aramark comes up for renewal in 2022, it is critical to divest from Aramark and invest in a partnership with a food service provider that aligns with the values we claim to hold."
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Republican leaders in the N.C. General Assembly have faced allegations of partisan gerrymandering and criticism of the new “race-blind” map drawing process following the Nov. 4 passage of new federal and state legislative maps.
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Meja Bahasa Indonesia offers UNC students the opportunity to learn about Indonesian culture and history. “I love creating a place where the Indonesian students can come out and show off their enthusiasm for their language and enthusiasm for their culture,” Kevin Fogg, associate director of the Carolina Asia Center, said.
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Following a presentation by Carrboro Transportation Director Zachary Hallock, the council unanimously approved a request for proposal for the project.
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Last week, Durham County Commissioner and NC State alum Nida Allam announced that she's planning to run for North Carolina’s sixth Congressional District as a Democrat in 2022.
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Over 100 artists in the Orange County Artist's Guild opened their doors to visitors for the annual studio tour event.
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The University held its virtual Mental Health Summit on Nov. 15. The event included two sessions for students, faculty and staff to speak about campus culture and wellness.
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Last spring, UNC community members petitioned for more representation of providers from Asian-American and Pacific Islander backgrounds within UNC CAPS. Since then, the University has hired two providers who self-identify as AAPI.
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New on campus this fall, Ultraloop devices use high-frequency ultraviolet light to sanitize everyday objects.
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"The UNC-CH Parents Helping Parents Facebook group is made up of 4,800 concerned Tar Heel moms, full of critiques and comments about everything from their child's wake-up routine to the inner workings of the UNC Board of Governors. After months of closely studying this group, we have found numerous posts so significant it would be a detriment to the UNC community not to share them."
Read More »"The Leandro Plan is the path forward to ensure that these basic needs of our state are met and when the time comes to vote in next November’s midterms, choose the representatives who stand behind it."
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Hunter Bolesky and Brandon Srinath aren’t average businessmen. They’re the co-owners of Botana-Cart, a bicycle-powered botanical shop. Their cart, which sports a marijuana leaf, serves the Chapel Hill and Carrboro area. Botana-Cart sells locally sourced, plant-based products from its cart, which can be spotted around Franklin Street on weekend nights, and via delivery. Among the company's product offerings is Delta-8, a cannabis compound.
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On Friday, the UNC Asian Health Advocacy Alliance partnered with HBO Max and Yaya Tea for the wellness day event, which featured activities hosted by UNC Counseling and Psychological Services, the Vietnamese Student Association and WE ARE SAATH at UNC-CH. The activities included badminton, double dutch rope, jianzi, slime-making and more. The Asian Health Advocacy Alliance strives to improve the overall health of Asian American and Pacific Islanders in North Carolina through advocacy, education and community engagement.
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In a season that will be highlighted with many “firsts” for the North Carolina men’s basketball team, head coach Hubert Davis officially inked in his first recruiting class last Wednesday.
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UNC community members attended the "Advancing Health Equity Solutions at UNC" webinar Friday as part of the annual University Research Week. During the session, leading campus health equity researchers showcased their work and spoke about their efforts to reduce social and racial inequities.
Read More »"As the holiday season approaches and more people head into stores in search of the perfect gift, remember that for the millions of people behind the register, stocking shelves and helping customers, your shopping trip could result in their trip to the doctor."
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